Great Lakes Roofing (Germantown WI) currently has a growth opportunity for a Distribution Manager who will make a lasting impact on our operations and drive the success of the organization. Your leadership will inspire engage and retain a dedicated team ensuring they are aligned with operational goals and fully committed to delivering outstanding results for the company.
Your career path thus far exhibits key strengths in operations management cost control and production processes. As a handson change leader you bring a solid background in creating KPIs process development and change implementation.
Our Distribution Manager will be able to promote a culture of continuous improvement in operations and the working culture be accountable for their teams operation and performance and partner with other departments and teams to ensure the overall business is run with an owners mentality. This role will report directly to the company President.
Position Responsibilities for Distribution Manager:
Guide all aspects of daytoday warehouse operations to uphold exceptional levels of accuracy safety and performance with potential to manage multiple locations simultaneously.
Cultivate and empower a dedicated team of 10 warehouse employees to deliver unparalleled customer service and efficiency.
Work with company leaders on strategic planning bigpicture decisions and business initiatives.
S&R: This role is a key player in the shipping and receiving realm and leverages information systems and software to enable strong forecasting and is prepared to house and safely store proper quantities through varying seasons.
Monitor the flow of work throughout the warehouse investigating unusual delays and/or problem areas and then take appropriate action to improve.
KPIs: Ensure operating objectives goals and performance standards are communicated achieved sustained and/or improved by developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure efficient and costeffective operations.
Inventory Management: Achieve and sustain 98 inventory accuracy through a disciplined cycle counting program. Organize and coordinate periodic physical inventories while pursuing bestinclass ERP tool transformation for realtime perpetual inventory.
Develop regional distribution strategies to manage inbound outbound returns and inventory placement processes to ensure the highest levels of ontime service safety quality and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations quality standards and legal requirements within the warehouse and during transportation.
Directly impact business profitability and customer experience.
Operational responsibility for end results planning and finances/budget.
This role is for someone who sees adventure and excitement in growth and expansion NOT for a creature of comfort who wants to maintain a status quo.
BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE
As the Distribution Manager youll develop a deep understanding of the commercial roofing market and its characteristics then support our Executive Leadership Team with actionable insights and recommendations. This can include but is not limited to improved ERP systems and tech integrations for inventory management and distribution.
Your ability to analyze reports and identify areas of opportunity are second only to your ability to use those insights to guide your team to reach their KPIs. These skills demonstrate your ability to manage and track internal budgets comprehend volume forecasts and to plan in alignment with company vision.
Work seamlessly across multiple functions within the organization to understand requirements and lead change management in order to deliver enterprisewide programs.
Consistent communication with ownership and Executive Leadership as we aim for continued growth.
What You Bring:
A combination of education training and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work or a formal degree in Distribution.
Logistics knowledge demonstrable experience and understanding of supply chain management principles and transportation options in conjunction with warehouse operations.
Expertise in computer software including Microsoft Office applications NetSuite (or similar transactional software) and Apple products.
Willingness to work some varied shifts including nights weekends and some regional travel.
Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
High energy strong desire to excel and enthusiasm to drive positive change.
Knowledge of DOT and Federal and State regulations a plus.
Specialties such as: Operations management // Lean Manufacturing // Process improvement // Production management // Problem Solving
Benefits for Distribution Manager:
Paid training paid holidays and additional PTO accrual
Opportunities for quarterlybonuses
Comprehensive benefits package and insurances like medical dental and life plus 401K with employer match
Receive salaried wages weekly
Work primarilyMonday Friday typically first shift schedule.
About Great Lakes Roofing Corp.: We have been a leader in the commercial/industrial roofing industry across the Midwest for over 40 years. We are dedicated to Safety and Quality. Our employees enjoy a corporate culture that promotes work:life harmony. You can learn more about us on our website: greatlakesroofing
We know looking for and applying to new positions can be timeconsuming and we want to be respectful of your time and schedule constraints. First we ask all candidates to complete a brief questionnaire by email. Qualifying candidates are offered a brief phone interview. The final step is a thorough inperson interview.We welcome applicants who demonstrate integrity intrinsic motivation and perseverance.
As a condition of employment any applicant offered a position is required to complete and pass a preemployment background check and drug test.
Position: Distribution Manager Employment type: Fulltime Pay: Salary depending on experience starts at $85000 $100000 annually Department: Material Handling Germantown WI
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